I Had Trials Once...

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I Had Trials Once... is a weekly football podcast and YouTube show hosted by Gareth Seddon and Jordan Hulme, featuring a range of guests from Premier League to Non-League, sharing stories you are unli... more

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September 15, 2025 David Dunn | Training Ground Bust Ups, Calls With Sir Bobby Robson & The Nearest Thing To Gazza!
This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Blackburn Rovers, Birmingham City and Oldham Athletic midfielder...DAVID DUNN!
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David sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from his life growing up and representing his boyhood club Blackburn Rovers to his time as a football manager and coach.
The lads start the pod by discussing how David and Gaz know each other from their youth football days in Lancashire before Dunny reveals he actually started out at Blackburn's rivals Burnley before making the switch.
David then talks about his time in the England set up playing alongside Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard and John Terry in the U21s, being on standby for the 2002 World Cup and finally receiving his senior England cap.
Dunny then speaks in great depth about his time at Blackburn Rovers, from his making his first team debut to training ground bust ups with Martin Darlin and why Paul Gascoigne said a young David Dunn was the nearest thing he'd ever seen to himself!
They then chat about the hard decision to leave Blackburn, accidentally telling Sir Bobby Robson to f**k off on a phone call and almost joining Valencia & Chelsea before eventually settling at Birmingham where he eventually struggled with injuries throughout his time.
The trio then discuss Dunny's move back to Blackburn and how he almost joined Big Sam's Bolton Wanderers, what nights out with Roque Santa Cruz & David Bentley were like and why Patrick Vieira is the toughest player he's ever payed against.
Finally they end the pod chatting about Dunny's move in to coaching with spells at Oldham, Blackpool, Barrow, Fleetwood and Port Vale.
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1h 40min
September 01, 2025 The D.O.C | Watching Radcliffe, Working with N.W.A and Dr Dre & THAT Life Changing Car Accident!
This week we recorded probably the greatest cross-over episode of all time as Jordan & Gaz are joined by one of the biggest names in hip-hop history as they sit down with rapper, songwriter & producer...THE D.O.C!
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D.O.C sits down with the boys to discuss why he's in Manchester and in particular Radcliffe. His first impressions of watching non-league football, his thoughts on Jordan's ability on the pitch and his relationship with the UK.
The lads start the pod by chatting about how the D.O.C and Radcliffe Borough crossed paths, the upcoming World Cup in the USA, Canada & Mexico as well as potentially being the next Tom Brady or Ryan Reynolds.
The D.O.C then talks about his early life in Dallas, how he got involved with hip-hop and who were some of the rappers he aspired to be like growing up.
The D.O.C then speaks open & honestly about his life changing car accident that almost killed him and in the process permanently damaged his voice just a few weeks after his debut album 'No One Can Do It Better' flew off the charts and made the D.O.C are superstar.
They then chat about The D.O.C's recovery, battles with depression, drugs & alcohol all whilst coping with the fact that his dream had been stolen from him before turning his life around and focusing his attention on working with aspiring young rappers such as Snoop Dogg.
The trio then talk about his relationship with the NWA, why Easy-E was a real gangster and meant business before talking about his friendship with Dr Dre, Eminem & Snoop Dogg.
Finally they end the pod discussing The D.O.C's future plans, working with young artists and making sure they get an education as well as chase their dreams of making it in the music industry.

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August 18, 2025 Cameron Jerome | The Premier League Dream, Scoring Bangers For Fun & Changing Room Pranks!

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1h 47min
July 28, 2025 Hope Akpan | Mikel Arteta's Dark Arts, Owen Coyle's Christmas Dinners & The Premier League Dream!
This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Everton, Crawley, Reading, Blackburn, Burton & Bradford midfielder...HOPE AKPAN!
Hope sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from coming through the ranks at Everton to making his debut for the Nigerian national team.
The lads start the pod by discussing Hope's time in Finland and why it lead to his early retirement from the game.
Hope then talks about his life growing up in Liverpool before being scouted for Everton and coming through the ranks before eventually making his senior debut in the Europa League alongside Mikel Arteta, Yakubu & Tim Cahill.
Hope then speaks about getting released by David Moyes before kick starting his football career with Steve Evans at Crawley and why playing lower league football is a completely different style of play.
They then chat about Hope's big move to Reading which saw him eventually live his dream by playing in the Premier League, the heart break of relegation and narrowly missing out on play-offs before moving back up North to Blackburn.
The trio then discuss Hope's time at Blackburn, why it was so enjoyable as well as the lack of training under Owen Coyle.
Hope recalls his time playing for the Nigerian National Team alongside John Obi Mikel and what it was like to experience a different side of football.
Finally they end the pod discussing Hope's time at Burton, why he needed to stay in the Championship to have a chance of going to the World Cup before honestly admitting his switch to Bradford was a bad decision.

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1h 41min
July 14, 2025 On & Off The Field Struggles, Jim Bentley Impressions & The RETURN Of The Footman! | Sam Lavelle
This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by former Blackburn, Bolton, Morecambe, Charlton, Burton & Carlisle defender...SAM LAVELLE!
Sam sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from coming through the ranks at Blackburn Rovers to currently life as a free agent.
The lads start the pod by talking about life as a free agent and what that looks like for footballers, including PFA Pre-Season, interest from clubs and ambition to play as high as possible.
Sam then talks about his difficult few seasons at Carlisle as the club suffered back to back relegations from League One to the National League and why the club is far too good to be that low down the pyramid.
Gaz then asks Sam which 3 people from football would he invite over for dinner & drinks which then leads to Sam's incredible impression of former Morecambe manager Jim Bentley.
They then chat openly about Sam's time at Blackburn & Bolton and the casino gambling culture that was rife at the time and how both Gaz & Sam overcame their struggles.
The trio then discuss the return of the infamous football footman, hilarious stories about him and how Sam ended up meeting him in person!
Sam then chats about his big move to Charlton, that cup run where they played Brighton and Manchester United followed by a horror loan move to Burton.
Finally they end the pod discussing the best players that Sam has played with and what the future holds next for the EFL defender.

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1h 5min
June 30, 2025 Max Harrop | The Dream Of Playing For Bury, Issues With Kevin Blackwell & CRAZY Pre-Season Trips!
This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by Bury, Nantwich, Ashton, Ramsbottom, Altrincham, Curzon Ashton, Stalybridge & Witton Albion Midfielder...MAX HARROP!
Max sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from starting out at Bury to meeting & playing with Jordan at Altrincham.
The lads start the pod talking about Max's early life in football included getting scouted Liverpool, meeting Tom Ince and Conor Coady before signing for Bury.
Max then talks about life at Bury, playing in the first team with Peter Sweeney, Ryan Lowe and Steven Schumacher & being shoved out of the door.
Max then chats openly about his issues with Kevin Blackwell at Bury, how that affected him mentally & why he had to leave.
The trio then discuss Max's fresh start in non-league playing for Nantwich, Ashton and Ramsbottom before he ended up meeting and playing with Jordan at Altrincham.
They then speak about THAT infamous pre-season trip to the Isle of Man, getting chased and leaving trialists behind.
Finally they discuss where Max is in football now, playing for Witton Albion and why it's important to not lose love for the game.

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1h 39min
June 16, 2025 Demetri Mitchell | Training with Zlatan & Pogba, Gary Caldwell's Impact & Misconceptions In Football
This week Jordan & Gaz are joined by Manchester United, Hearts, Blackpool, Hibernian & Exeter player...DEMETRI MITCHELL!

Demetri sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from starting out in Manchester United's academy to growing his own successful clothing brand.

The lads start the pod talking about Demetri's interests outside of football, the growth of his successful clothing brand Benir and receiving support from teammates.

Demetri then talks about life at Manchester United, coming through their iconic academy system with the likes of Scott McTominay and training with Paul Pogba & Zlatan Ibrahimovic in the first team.

Demetri then chats about Jose Mourinho giving him his Premier League debut against Crystal Palace as well as his experiences playing in the England youth set up and winning the U17 Euros with England.

The trio then discuss Demetri's first experience of regular men's football during loan spells with Hearts before having to deal with the reality of being released by his boyhood club and the struggles that followed.

They then speak about his time at Blackpool, Hibs & Exeter before Demetri mentions just how big of an Impact Gary Caldwell has had on his career.

Finally they discuss the issues around the misconception of footballers and why players are often mistakenly viewed as arrogant or cocky despite being regular lads and down to earth.
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June 02, 2025 Tom Aldred | Why Robbie Fowler Cancelled Christmas, CHAOS at Blackpool and Broken Bury Promises
This week, Jordan and Gaz are joined by Tom Aldred, who shares his journey through clubs like Watford, Accrington Stanley, Blackpool, Bury, and Brisbane Roar.

Tom discusses his early days at Carlisle United, the challenges of multiple loan moves, and finding stability at Blackpool.

He opens up about the turmoil at Bury and how a call from Robbie Fowler led to a career revival in Australia.

Now, as he starts on a new chapter with Mohun Bagan Super Giant in India, Tom reflects on the highs and lows of his football career.
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1h 47min
May 19, 2025 Otis Khan | Representing Pakistan, Pre-Match Naan Breads & Messages with Harry Maguire!
This week Gaz & Jordan are joined by former Manchester United, Sheffield United, Barnsley, Yeovil, Tranmere, Walsall, Leyton Orient, Grimsby, Oldham & current Pakistan international...Otis Khan!

Otis sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from starting out at Manchester United to the experience of representing Pakistan at international level.

The lads start the pod talking about Otis' time at Manchester United, the players in his youth group as well as dealing with being released at an early age.

Otis then talks about kick starting his career at Sheffield United, getting into fights in training and the feeling of making his professional first team debut.

Otis then chats in great depth of his pride of representing the Pakistan national team as well as his experience with the teammates, culture, fans and football whilst playing.

The trio then discuss Otis' best moments in his career including getting Man Of The Match at Wembley as well as playing with the likes of Harry Maguire at Sheffield United.

Finally they discuss what's next for Otis now his contract at Oldham has expired and what the future holds for the international.
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1h 27min
May 05, 2025 Neal Trotman | The Mental Side Of Football, Dealing With Injuries & Retiring From Football At 28!
This week Gaz & Jordan are joined by former Oldham, Preston, Rochdale, Chesterfield, Plymouth & Bristol Rovers defender...NEAL TROTMAN!

Neal sits down with the boys to discuss all things football from starting out at Burnley before having to retire early due to constant injury issues.

The lads start the pod talking about Neals early retirement from football and how he's since used that knock back to now help others with his psychotherapy and counselling business.

Neal then talks about the mental side of football, dealing with set backs like getting released, picking up injuries and struggling to come to terms with retirement.

Neal chats about his time in football as a player at Oldham & Halifax where Chris Wilder gave team talks using tactics from Football Manager before an impressive spell saw him get a big move to Preston North End.

He then openly reveals he suffered a stroke during training at Preston North End which kept him out of action for a year before making a full recovery and going on to have successful spells at both Southampton & Huddersfield.

Finally they discuss Neal's return to Oldham, playing with a young James Tarkowski & who his toughest opponents were.
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1h 27min

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